Hoka One One Mach
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93
|
Comfort
7
Fit
8
Responsiveness
9
Speed
10
Ride Quality
9
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Smooth, energy efficient ride
Excellent cushioning
Speedy
Airy breathable upper
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Outsole wares quickly
Slick on wet surfaces
Thin tongue causes lacing pressure
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Brooks Ghost 9
|
92
|
Comfort
9
Fit
9
Responsiveness
8
Speed
7
Ride Quality
9
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Fantastic value
Updated upper drastically improves comfort
Durable
Improved flexibility for better toe off
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Increased weight from Ghost 8
Steep (12mm) heel drop may cause issues for forefoot strikers
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Adidas Supernova
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91
|
Comfort
8
Fit
8
Responsiveness
8
Speed
8
Ride Quality
9
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Extremely responsive
Lasting midsole cushioning
Durable & grippy outsole
Quick for weight class
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Difficult lacing structure
Stiff overlays
Heavy upper lacks ventilation
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Saucony Ride 9
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90
|
Comfort
8
Fit
9
Responsiveness
8
Speed
7
Ride Quality
8
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Competitive price point
Lightest in category
Extremely responsive
Lighter, more comfortable upper
|
Reduced padding around the heel collar vs Ride 8
Little arch support
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Hoka One One Vanquish 2
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89
|
Comfort
9
Fit
5
Responsiveness
9
Speed
7
Ride Quality
9
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Highly cushioned
Extremely lightweight
Soft yet springy midsole
Responsive
|
Pricey
Narrow fit
Stiff feeling upper
Lacks breathability
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MSRP
$170.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Saucony Hurricane ISO2
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88
|
Comfort
8
Fit
7
Responsiveness
8
Speed
7
Ride Quality
8
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Cushioned and supportive
Excellent energy return
Well padded & extremely comfortable
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Lacing system feels awkward
Heavy overall weight
Sizes small
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MSRP
$160.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Brooks Glycerin 14
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88
|
Comfort
8
Fit
7
Responsiveness
8
Speed
7
Ride Quality
8
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Great flexibility for toe off
Comfortable
Cushioned but not bulky
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Pricy
Under heel foam felt mushy
Midsole firmness breaks down quickly
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Brooks Ravenna 8
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88
|
Comfort
8
Fit
6
Responsiveness
7
Speed
8
Ride Quality
9
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Lightweight
Responsive
Mild support without sacrificing performance
Speedy
|
Excess room in toe box
Narrow fit
Heel slippage
Long break-in period
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MSRP
$120.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Mizuno Wave Rider 19
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87
|
Comfort
5
Fit
7
Responsiveness
9
Speed
9
Ride Quality
7
|
Extremely lightweight
Better fit over Wave Rider 18
Responsive and ready to rip
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Quite stiff
Lacks all day comfort
Very firm ride
|
MSRP
$119.99
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Adidas Ultra Boost ST
|
86
|
Comfort
9
Fit
6
Responsiveness
7
Speed
6
Ride Quality
8
|
Over-the-top comfort
Rock solid durability
Excellent shock absorption
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Excessively pricey
Very heavy
Fits a bit big
|
MSRP
$180.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Adidas Supernova Sequence 9
|
86
|
Comfort
8
Fit
5
Responsiveness
8
Speed
7
Ride Quality
8
|
Snappy & responsive
Boost midsole is durable
Outsole excels in any terrain
Supportive yet offers good flexibility
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Sizes large
Upper quickly shows signs of wear
Bulky feel
|
MSRP
$130.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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ASICS GEL-Kayano 23
|
86
|
Comfort
8
Fit
7
Responsiveness
7
Speed
6
Ride Quality
8
|
Exceptional durability
Provides excellent support
New midsole offers better cushioning at a lighter weight
|
Narrow fitting upper
Steep price point
Break-in period needed
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MSRP
$160.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Saucony Triumph ISO 3
|
86
|
Comfort
9
Fit
8
Responsiveness
6
Speed
6
Ride Quality
7
|
Loads of cushioning
Form-fitting upper
Over-the-top comfortable
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Soft midsole reduces responsiveness
Bulky
Lacks snappiness
|
MSRP
$150.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Brooks Levitate
|
86
|
Comfort
10
Fit
7
Responsiveness
8
Speed
4
Ride Quality
7
|
Plush cushioning
Soft responsive ride
Durable midsole
Comfortable padding along collar
|
Extremely sole heavy
Tight fit through metatarsals
Not suited for up-tempo running
Two-ply upper can overheat
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On Cloudflyer
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86
|
Comfort
8
Fit
5
Responsiveness
7
Speed
9
Ride Quality
7
|
Responsive ride
Light and flexible fit is comfortable
Inside liner in upper is soft
|
Slippery on wet surfaces
Segmented outsole picks up rocks
Durability lacks longevity
Sizes long
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Nike LunarGlide 8
|
85
|
Comfort
8
Fit
7
Responsiveness
6
Speed
7
Ride Quality
7
|
Extremely comfortable
Lightweight
Excellent ride quality
Competitive price point
|
Lacks durability, outsole breaks down quickly
Debris gets stuck in treads
Excess room in heel cup
|
MSRP
$120.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Nike Air Zoom Vomero 13
|
85
|
Comfort
8
Fit
7
Responsiveness
7
Speed
5
Ride Quality
8
|
Upgraded Flywire cables
Excellent cushioning
Padded tongue
|
Foam breaks down quickly
Narrow fitting upper
Fairly slow
Lacks sufficient ventilation for hot days
|
MSRP
$140.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Altra Duo
|
85
|
Comfort
7
Fit
6
Responsiveness
7
Speed
8
Ride Quality
7
|
Unbelievably lightweight
Highly breathable upper
Great for wide feet
Flexible midsole for strong toe off
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Not suitable for heel strikers
Unique fit is an acquired feel
Outsole can pick up debris
Flared midsole chaffs inner leg easily
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Hoka One One Clifton 3
|
84
|
Comfort
8
Fit
7
Responsiveness
5
Speed
6
Ride Quality
8
|
Updated upper offers much better fit
Lightweight for so much cushioning
Durable midsole and outsole
|
Large size feels bulky
Lacked responsiveness
Mushy feeling EVA foam
|
MSRP
$130.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Skechers GOrun Forza
|
83
|
Comfort
8
Fit
8
Responsiveness
5
Speed
5
Ride Quality
7
|
Excellent cushioning & shock absorption
Smooth transition
Superb stability
|
Feels a bit bulky
Canted midsole which favors pronation feels odd
Questionable durability
|
MSRP
$120.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Saucony Guide 10
|
82
|
Comfort
8
Fit
5
Responsiveness
6
Speed
6
Ride Quality
7
|
Excellent price point for stability shoe
Comfortable upper
Lightweight
|
Sizes narrow
Rocks stick to outsole
|
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Hoka One One Bondi 5
|
81
|
Comfort
8
Fit
7
Responsiveness
5
Speed
4
Ride Quality
7
|
Exceptionally comfortable
Newly designed upper
Increased midsole/outsole durability
|
Bulky
Slow and unresponsive
|
MSRP
$150.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Under Armor Bandit 2
|
80
|
Comfort
7
Fit
6
Responsiveness
5
Speed
7
Ride Quality
5
|
Most affordable shoe
Comfortable sock-like upper
Lightweight
|
Excess foot movement during run
Lacked responsive feel
Firm outsole
|
MSRP
$100.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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New Balance 860v7
|
80
|
Comfort
6
Fit
7
Responsiveness
7
Speed
5
Ride Quality
5
|
Flexible well fitting upper
Exceptional stability for overpronation
Durable midsole and outsole
|
Firm midsole offers little forgiveness
Heel orientated
|
MSRP
$124.99
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Mizuno Wave Horizon 2
|
80
|
Fit
8
Comfort
5
Responsiveness
6
Ride Quality
8
Speed
3
|
Excellent cushioning and stability
Great hybrid road/trail shoe
Great protection for heavy runners
|
Energy loss in midsole
Poor ventilation
Hard to run fast
|
|
New Balance Fresh Foam 1080v8
|
79
|
Comfort
6
Fit
9
Responsiveness
5
Speed
4
Ride Quality
5
|
Extremely durable
Perfect fit
Improved upper for better fit and breathability
Supportive
|
Stiff, rigid feeling
Inflexible midsole
Not suited for fast running
Narrow sweet spot
|
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New Balance 1260v6
|
79
|
Comfort
7
Fit
6
Responsiveness
6
Speed
4
Ride Quality
6
|
Exceptional support and stability
Durable midsole
Comfortable upper
|
Rigid and stiff feeling
Sluggish due to heavy weight
Large for size
|
MSRP
$149.99
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Brooks Transcend 3
|
76
|
Comfort
5
Fit
6
Responsiveness
5
Speed
4
Ride Quality
6
|
Excellent support with a solid foundation
Lasting durability makes it an excellent everyday trainer
Excellent motion control
|
Hefty price tag
Overly stiff and uncomfortable
Runs big
|
MSRP
$170.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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Mizuno Wave Inspire 12
|
76
|
Comfort
6
Fit
7
Responsiveness
4
Speed
4
Ride Quality
5
|
Stable and very supportive
A workhorse and durable shoe
Excellent overpronation control
|
Stiff and uncomfortable
A bit narrow
Lacks feel and responsiveness
|
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Nike Air Zoom Odyssey 2
|
76
|
Comfort
7
Fit
6
Responsiveness
5
Speed
4
Ride Quality
4
|
Excellent support for moderate to severe overpronators
Good choice for heel strikers
Comfortable upper
|
Lacks durability
Less responsive compared to others
Very little forefoot cushioning
|
|
Altra Paradigm 2.0
|
74
|
Comfort
7
Fit
5
Responsiveness
4
Speed
3
Ride Quality
5
|
Roomy toe box for wide feet
Very light
Suitable for heavier runners
|
Firm outsole reduces ride quality
Zero drop not for beginners
Midsole requires some use to soften up
|
MSRP
$130.99
BEST DEAL
N/A
|
Zoot Laguna
|
73
|
Comfort
4
Fit
4
Responsiveness
5
Speed
5
Ride Quality
5
|
Lightweight makes a faster feeling shoe
Easy to get up on toes to push-off
|
Runs a bit narrow and small
Very little support and stability
Lacks forefoot cushioning
|
MSRP
$115.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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ASICS GEL-Quantum 360 CM
|
69
|
Comfort
4
Fit
3
Responsiveness
4
Speed
4
Ride Quality
4
|
Full midsole cushion
Seamless mesh upper
Durable outsole material
|
Extremely long and narrow fit
Heaviest shoe tested
Most expensive shoe in category
|
MSRP
$170.00
BEST DEAL
N/A
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